Salvia Amistad

Salvia ‘Amistad’ is half-hardy, meaning it can survive mild UK winters but may struggle in colder parts of the country. It will often return each year in warmer areas if planted in well-drained soil. In more frost-prone places, apply a thick mulch in autumn to protect the roots of outdoor Salvias, or move container-grown plants to a sheltered spot. Alternatively, take cuttings in late summer to overwinter indoors if you prefer.

Cut back your Salvia ‘Amistad’ in spring once new growth appears at its base. Leaving the stems over winter provides frost protection for the base of the plant, as well as a habitat for wildlife. If you are overwintering your Salvias in pots, wait until spring before pruning them. You can also lift and divide larger your Salvia clumps in Spring.

Yes! Salvia ‘Amistad’ grows well in large pots with good drainage. Use a loam-based compost mixed with horticultural grit to improve drainage for your flower plants. Position them in full sun and water them regularly, keeping the soil moist but not waterlogged. Feed them once a fortnight with a liquid fertiliser during summer for best results, and in winter, move the pots to a sheltered spot or insulate them with fleece to protect their roots.